Panasonic ZS45 vs Samsung TL220

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic ZS45 and Samsung TL220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the ZS45 (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was brought out 5 years after the TL220 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the ZS45 matches up versus the TL220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS45 features external dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS45 and Samsung TL220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS45 against the TL220.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS45 and TL220 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS45 and TL220.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS45 to provide more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer ZS45 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.